Author: Naharnet Newsdesk

Early on Sunday, Israeli strikes in Damascus resulted in the death of a Syrian soldier and left three others injured, as reported by Syrian state media. This action was in response to two drones launched towards Israel from Syrian territory. The Israeli army targeted a Syrian military command center and other infrastructure in the region. The strikes have been part of Israel’s ongoing military presence in Syria since the civil war began in 2011, often targeting army positions and Iran-backed fighters. A rare acknowledgment by the Israeli military, the attacks have intensified following conflicts in Gaza and concerns over Iran’s…

Former President Donald Trump narrowly escaped an apparent assassination attempt during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Trump reported being “shot with a bullet that pierced the upper part of my right ear” but assures that he is “fine.” The suspect gunman and at least one attendee were killed, with two spectators critically injured. Political leaders across the board, including President Joe Biden, condemned the violence. Trump’s daughter, Ivanka, thanked supporters for their prayers, while figures like Elon Musk and the National Rifle Association expressed support. The Secret Service confirmed that the shooter fired from an elevated position outside the venue…

Gaza City’s civil defense agency discovered around 60 bodies following the withdrawal of Israeli troops amidst ongoing heavy fighting in the Palestinian territory. International efforts to cease the 10-month-long war continued, with U.S. President Joe Biden expressing optimism at a NATO summit in Washington. The bodies were found in the Tal al-Hawa and Al-Sinaa districts, where Israeli forces had entered after evacuating civilians earlier in the week. Efforts to uncover missing individuals under the rubble were hindered by the destruction. As the conflict escalated, the Israeli military reported engagements in the Rafah area, while the focus remained on Gaza City.…

by Naharnet Newsdesk 13 July 2024, 12:06 Lebanese Forces leader Samir Geagea emphasizes the urgency of addressing the situation in Lebanon, calling for decisive action on the southern front in implementing Resolution 1701, separate from the situation in Gaza. Geagea condemns the lack of activation on the southern front, labeling it a major sin. He also rejects the idea of delaying the presidential election until after the 2026 parliamentary polls, urging centrist MPs to expedite the election process to resolve the current crisis. \ Source link

Amid ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas, the Palestinian Islamist movement is proposing an independent government of non-partisan figures to govern post-war Gaza and the West Bank. Hossam Badran of Hamas stated that they suggested a national competency government to manage the territories after the conflict. This proposal, made with mediators, aims to pave the way for general elections and ensure Palestinian sovereignty without external interference. However, tensions arise as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeks to retain control of the Philadelphi corridor in Gaza, citing security concerns. The negotiations taking place in Doha and Cairo also focus on the…

by Naharnet Newsdesk 12 July 2024, 15:50 The German government remains undaunted in the face of Russian attempts to undermine its support for Ukraine. A report revealed Russia’s plan to assassinate Rheinmetall CEO Armin Papperger, a key figure in supplying military technology to Ukraine, which was thwarted by German security services. The German Interior Ministry emphasized the seriousness of Russian aggression threats, ranging from espionage to cyberattacks. Despite increased security measures since 2022, Germany faces ongoing challenges, such as the recent arrest of German-Russian spies planning attacks on U.S. military facilities to hinder aid to Ukraine. As a significant weapons…

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is on a mission to “Make Europe Great Again” during his country’s presidency of the European Union. His surprise visits to Ukraine, Russia, and China have stirred controversy among EU leaders, who accuse him of hijacking the presidency for his own agenda. Orbán’s close ties with Trump, Putin, and Xi have isolated him from Western allies, who view his actions as detrimental to EU and NATO interests. His secret meetings with these leaders have drawn backlash, with some countries boycotting upcoming events in Budapest related to Hungary’s presidency. Critics argue that Orbán’s foreign policy is…

by Naharnet Newsdesk 12 July 2024, 15:04 A tragic scene unfolded in Gaza City as dozens of bodies were collected from the ruins of the western neighborhood of Tal al-Hawa. The Al-Ahli Hospital became a hub of grief as Palestinian emergency workers unearthed the dead from destroyed streets and buildings. Despite facing sniper fire and helicopter buzz, the hospital’s director, Fadel Naem, received the deceased and injured. The civil defense teams faced a challenging task of recovering bodies of entire families from the rubble, with spokesperson Mahmoud Basal stating that some were unable to reach homes that were burned or…

NATO leaders gathered this week to commemorate the alliance’s 75th anniversary amidst political uncertainty in the United States. Despite concerns about President Joe Biden’s future and the specter of a return to power by NATO skeptic Donald Trump, the 32 allies projected strength and unity, with a focus on Ukraine. Discussions at the summit revolved around Ukraine, Russia, China, and NATO’s future, with all eyes on Biden leveraging the event to bolster his leadership amid reelection challenges. Key takeaways included Biden’s gaffes being overlooked by NATO leaders, who praised his leadership and achievements during his tenure. While a potential Trump…

A recent ruling by a Dutch court dismissed claims from human rights organizations that the Netherlands was violating a court order by sending F-35 fighter jet parts to Israel. The court found no evidence that the Dutch government was disregarding the initial ruling, which ordered a halt to the export of these parts to Israel due to concerns about potential violations of international law in Gaza. Despite the government’s assurance that direct exports to Israel had ceased, aid groups alleged that parts were being sent to the US and then on to Israel, evading the ban. The organizations expressed disappointment…